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The US budget existed through 'Tariffs' till 1913. It wasn’t until the 16th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified on February 3, 1913, that a permanent federal income tax was established. The amendment gave Congress the explicit power to tax incomes "from whatever source derived," without apportionment among the states. Now the US has returned … Continue reading Trump Did it. The Global Tariff Revolution. Israel’s Big Chance.
It was high time and has been called for several times on this blog, including just a few days ago. Israel finally needs a free market economy and must also free itself from its dependence on the three socialist/authoritarian blocs EU, China, and Russia. It cannot be that the EU, Russia, and China have been … Continue reading Israel slaughters all tariffs on imports from the USA. A first, small step.
In recent days, one of the major rating agencies, Fitch, has published its rating of the Israeli economy. The outlook for Israel is mixed. The 'war of hesitation', caused on the one hand by what is arguably the weakest, most cowardly government in the country, and on the other by the unseen and unbelievable obstruction … Continue reading Fitch Rating of Israel. Heavy Price for the ‘War of Hesitation’ and Deep State Obstruction
Quantum Machines (QM), a leading provider of advanced quantum control solutions, today announced its intention to work with NVIDIA at its newly established 'NVIDIA Accelerated Quantum Research Center '(NVAQC), unveiled at the GTC global AI conference. The Boston-based center aims to advance quantum computing research with accelerated computing, including integrating quantum processors with AI- supercomputing to overcome … Continue reading Quantum Machines (Israel) and NVIDIA on the Way to Collaborate. Next Station Quantum Computer?
LeakZon LTD, based in Kfar Saba (Israel), is a leading provider of innovative solutions for water loss management, announced today the successful completion of its Series A funding round, securing $5 million. This investment was led by PEAL HOLDINGS A.A LTD, LeakZon's existing investor, and other investors, too. Leak Zone operates in the environmental services sector, … Continue reading LeakZon (Israel) Secured $5 Million Investment
TAT Technologies Ltd. (TASE: TAT Tech) (NASDAQ: TATT) is a leading provider of products and services to the commercial and military aerospace and ground defense industries, today reported its unaudited results for the three and 12 months ended December 31, 2024 (Q4'24). And the results are excellent. Revenue increased by 34% to $152.1 million, compared to $113.8 million for the same period … Continue reading TAT (Israel) presents excellent balance sheet for 2024
The US-Israeli cybersecurity company Island, run by former Symantec president Mike Pye and serial entrepreneur Dan Amiga, raised in Series E $250 million. The company now has a valuation of $5 billion according to 'Island". Coatue Management led the new funding, with several existing investors participating in the round. Island has secured approximately $730 million in … Continue reading The US-Israeli Company ‘Island’ Secures $250 Million
Brevel, an Israeli food-tech startup based in Kiryat Gat, was founded by three brothers: Yonatan, Ido and Matan Golan. They were driven by a mission to nourish the growing global population with a high-value source of plant protein. A mission to be praised. Brevel's solution addresses the expanding demand for nutritious, eco-friendly, and affordable alternatives to … Continue reading SuperFood from Israel
The Israel Innovation Authority announced that Israeli researchers and companies have secured €1.1 billion in funding from the Horizon Europe program between 2021 and 2024, reaffirming Israel’s global standing in research, innovation, and technology. Background > Horizon Europe stands as the world’s largest research and innovation program, blending scientific ambition with practical solutions to shape … Continue reading Innovative Israel secured €1.1 Billion in Horizon Europe Grants
The move is part of implementing the Stock Exchange's strategic plan to diversify investment products for investors and encourage competition that will produce more products at attractive prices for the general public. Bullet indices allow investors to set a yield to maturity for a bond portfolio with defined characteristics. Unlike most indices, bullet indices have … Continue reading The Stock Exchange Tel Aviv launched 3 new Indices
It sounds beyond Star Trek, and yet it's becoming a reality in Israel. Controlling complex technological systems with the brain. Donate For Independent and Free Pro-Israel News of "VonNaftali"Make an independent pro Israel Blog (Non-Profit) possible. Donate 1.8 US-Dollar or more. COMPANIES WHICH 'VONNAFTALI' REPORTED ABOUT ARE ESPECIALLY INVITED TO MAKE A DONATION. Google Translate … Continue reading Startup ‘brain-space’ – Neuro-Technology from Israel. Toyota on Board.
Alphabet, Google's parent company, has agreed to acquire Wiz, a cloud security startup from Israel, for $32 billion in an all-cash transaction, marking its largest acquisition to date. Announced on March 18, 2025, the deal aims to bolster Google Cloud's cybersecurity offerings in its competition with Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. Donate For Independent … Continue reading The Mega-Deal: Google Buys WIZ
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. and Elbit Systems Ltd. have been awarded a contract to supply a cutting-edge Naval Decoy Control & Launching System (DCLS) to protect the new Frigates of NATO European countries. The contract, set to be executed over a period of four years, includes the delivery of systems for 5 vessels. The … Continue reading Israel empowers NATO
Spoiler: The TASE likely navigated a volatile but ultimately modestly positive week, buoyed by sector-specific gains and global market cues, against a backdrop of moderate inflation, slightly elevated unemployment, and subdued GDP growth. The TASE likely experienced a mixed week, reflecting global economic uncertainties and local factors tied to Israel’s geopolitical and economic landscape. The … Continue reading Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Performance (March 9–16, 2025)
There are now 30 quantum computers globally, one of which is located in Israel. Connoisseurs may not be surprised that the Weizmann Institute of Science, under Prof. Dr. Roee Ozeri, has finally succeeded in realizing an Israeli quantum computer. The first Israeli quantum computer is not only among the Top 30 but among the Top 10 quantum computers because its processor … Continue reading Will the Quantum Revolution Come From Israel?
Israeli information technology provider markt opens a new chapter. Matrix IT Ltd. (based in Herzliya, Israel) has inked an initial agreement to buy rival Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. (based in Or Yehuda, Israel) in a mega-merger deal valued at $2.1 billion. Israel’s tech ecosystem, known for its innovation and startup culture, is seeing increased consolidation … Continue reading Mega Merger valued at $2.1 billion in Israel under way
Yes, there is a lot of space for privatization and full open market in the Israeli Bank market. In the rather socialist styled market of Israel, it makes no wonder that big players profit hugely in times of war and stress. This in a well-known phenomenon. And again, the thesis is proven. There are two … Continue reading Because of War: Bank Hapoalim Reported Record Profit 2024
The Negev is attracting more and more high-tech hot spot hubs like Deep Space Labs and now robot fleets. Support by your membership in ‘VonNaftali Business Club’ on ‘Buy Me A Coffee” the independent and free Pro-Israel blog ‘VonNaftali’ > Learn more and Read the article (fee): Robot Fleets from Beer Sheva (Israel)
The 'Israel Space Agency' reported in its recent press release that the Israeli company 'Creation-Space' raised $2.5 million to invest in innovative 'Deep Space" startups. The company is based in Mitzpe Ramon (Israel, Negev). Deep Space, Negev, and Mitzpe Ramon equal a mythopoetical dimension which can move minds and visions to accomplish visions larger than … Continue reading Negev: $2.5 million for Deep Space Startups
The Science and Technology Committee of the Knesset heard a briefing on Monday from Israel Space Agency Chair Prof. Dan Blumberg. A new study conducted by KPMG Israel for the Israel Space Agency found that the space industry's contribution to the local economy is expected to increase significantly. The Israel Space Agency (ISA), established in … Continue reading Space Industry (SI) will contribute NIS 93 billion to Israeli GDP (2050)